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Next Generation Skiers (NGS)  ↑Top↑

Ages 6-12 (born in 1995-2001)
Our youngest athletes' first experience in the Club will provide a foundation for the future introduction of basic skiing skills and racing techniques. Coaches will stress the importance of having fun while learning mountain safety and new skills through play, games and mountain exploration. Free skiing will be emphasized.
Participants should be able to put on their own ski equipment, load and ride the lift alone, and ski at an intermediate level. Participants are welcome and encouraged to race in club series races that do not conflict with their program dates. Average athlete to coach ratio will be 6 to 1. Athletes are arranged in groups based on skill, speed and social needs. Six year olds (birth year 2001) will ski in their own groups and be distinguished by racing bibs for hill safety.

Program Fee:$350
Training Sessions: January 5th - March 15th (Excluding President's Day)
On Snow: Saturday, 9:15am-2pm
Ski Passes: JHMR $205


J6 Team: Introduction to Racing  ↑Top↑

Ages 7-8 (born in 1999-2000)
The J6 program is organized to teach basic skiing skills and to introduce ski racing to the young athlete. Groups are small and the emphasis is placed on free skiing over the entire Jackson Hole Mountain Resort while practicing balance, edging, body position and having fun! Participants should be able to put on their own ski equipment, load and ride the lift alone, and ski at an intermediate level. Racing introduction will focus predominantly on modern giant slalom technique. Athletes are arranged in groups based on skill, speed and social needs. Average athlete to coach ratio will be 6 to 1. Please see "Alpine Development Progression" at the end of Alpine Program Descriptions for specific skill development progressions.
Maximum 30 participants. (Please note that all programs were filled to capacity in 2007 and early registration is recommended.)

Program Fee:$650
Training Sessions: December 15th - March 15th (Excluding President's Day)
On Snow: Saturday, 8:45am-3pm @ JHMR
Wednesday, 4pm-6pm @ Snow King (beginning January 2nd, 2008)
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
Race Travel/ Expenses: Club Series Racing (approximately 4 races / no entry or travel fees)


J5 Team: Learn To Race  ↑Top↑

Ages 9-10 (born in 1997-1998)
The J5 program is organized to teach basic skiing skills and to introduce ski racing to the young athlete. Emphasis is placed on free skiing over the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort while practicing balance, edging, body position and having fun! Participants should be able to put on their own ski equipment, load and ride the lift alone, and ski at an advanced, intermediate level. Racing introduction will focus predominantly on modern giant slalom technique with an introduction to modern slalom technique. Athletes are arranged in groups based on skill, speed and social needs. Average athlete to coach ratio will be 7 to 1. Please see "Alpine Development Progression" at the end of Alpine Program Descriptions for specific skill development progressions.
Maximum 30 participants. (Please note that all programs were filled to capacity in 2007 and early registration is recommended.)

Program Fee:$975
Training Sessions: December 15th - March 22nd
On Snow: Saturday, 8:45am-3pm @ JHMR
Tuesday & Thursday, 4pm-6pm @ Snow King (beginning January 1st, 2008)
Rec. Summer Skiing: 4-6 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
License: USSA License: $60 (JHSC will host one USSA Sanctioned J5 race this year)
IMD License: $20 (required for USSA/ IMD competitors)
Race Travel/ Expenses: Club Series Racing (approximately 4 races / no entry or travel fees) and optional regional USSA IMD series (up to five race series/ $500 per series)


J5 Team: Additional Night Training  ↑Top↑

Ages 9-10 (born in 1997-1998)
Additional night training sessions and fall dryland sessions are available to all J5 athletes who wish to further their racing focus and intend to compete regularly on the regional USSA circuit. Athletes must be registered in the J5 racing team to participate. Dryland sessions will begin on October 16th and run through Thursday, December 6th (with a break during the November camp- November 14th through November 24th). Dryland sessions will be held from 4:00-5:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, location to be determined. Night training sessions will begin December 12th and run through March 19th from 4:00-6:15 at Snow King. Each Wednesday on-snow session will be followed by indoor video analysis. Wednesdays will also be used to create cross-over training with the J4 team (when appropriate).

Program Fee:$475
Training Sessions: October 16th - March 19th (in addition to J5 program)
On Snow: Wednesday, 4pm-6:15pm @ Snow King (beginning Dec. 12th and excluding Dec. 26th)
Pre-Season Dryland October 16th - December 6th
Tuesday& Thursday, 4pm-5:30pm (location TBD)


J4 Racing Team  ↑Top↑

Ages 11-12 (born in 1995-1996)
The J4 Program introduces ski racing technique and tactics while continuing to develop basic technical skills. Groups split their time between all-mountain skiing, drills, and gate training. Free-skiing will continue to remain the main avenue for delivery and practice of racing skill development. Athletes are arranged in groups based on skill, speed and social needs. Average athlete to coach ratio is 7 to 1. Please see "Alpine Development Progression" at the end of Alpine Program Descriptions for specific skill development progressions. Participants wishing to enter the Club at the J4 level must do so with approval by the J4 Head Coach (this includes an on-snow evaluation).
J4 Team athletes are encouraged to attend the November camp in Colorado. Camp dates will be (approx.) 11/14-21/2007.
Maximum 30 participants. (Please note that all programs were filled to capacity in 2007 and early registration is recommended.)

Program Fee:$1,425
Training Sessions: December 11th - March 22nd
On Snow: Tuesday & Thursday, 4pm-6pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 8:45am-3pm @ JHMR
Rec. Summer Skiing: 6-8 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
License: USSA License: $60 (JHSC will host one USSA Sanctioned J5 race this year)
IMD License: $20 (required for USSA/ IMD competitors)
Race Travel/ Expenses: Club Series Racing (approximately 4 races / no entry or travel fees) and optional regional USSA IMD series (up to five race series/ $500 per series)


J4 Team: Additional Night Training  ↑Top↑

Ages 11-12 (born in 1995-1996)
Additional night training sessions and fall dryland sessions are available to all J4 athletes who wish to further their racing focus and intend to compete regularly on the regional USSA circuit. Athletes must be registered in the J4 racing team to participate. Dryland sessions will begin on October 16th and run through Thursday, December 6th (with a break during the November camp- November 14th through November 24th). Dryland sessions will be held from 4:00-5:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, location to be determined. Night training sessions will begin December 12th and run through March 19th from 4:00-6:15 at Snow King. Each Wednesday on-snow session will be followed by indoor video analysis. Wednesdays will also be used to create cross-over training with the J3 IMD team (when appropriate).

Program Fee:$475
Training Sessions: October 16th - March 19th (in addition to J4 program)
On Snow: Wednesday, 4pm-6:15pm @ Snow King (beginning Dec. 12th and excluding Dec. 26th)
Pre-Season Dryland October 16th - December 6th
Tuesday& Thursday, 4pm-5:30pm (location TBD)


J3 Intermountain Team  ↑Top↑

Ages 13-14 (born in 1993-1994)
This team is comprised of motivated 13-14 year old athletes who compete at a level appropriate to their desire and ability in local and regional USSA events. At this level the emphasis is on the technical and tactical aspects of ski racing. Groups split their time between all-mountain skiing, technical drills, gate training, goal setting, speed event skiing (super-g), and, as always, having fun! Please see "Alpine Development Progression" at the end of Alpine Program Descriptions for specific skill development progressions. Participants wishing to enter the Club at the J3 level must do so with approval by the J3 Head Coach (this includes an on-snow evaluation). J3 Intermountain Team athletes are required to attend the November camp in Colorado. Camp dates will be (approximately) November 14-21. Camp fees will be approximately $600.

Program Fee:$2,675
Training Sessions: October 16th - March 30th
On Snow: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 3:30pm-6:15pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Sunday, 12pm -3pm @ JHMR (through Feb. 3rd )
Pre-Season Dryland October 13th - November 8th
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 3:30pm-5:30pm (location TBD)
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7-14 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
License: USSA License: $125 ($150 after October 15th)
IMD License: $50 ($65 after October 15th)
Race Travel/ Expenses: USSA IMD Series/ 7 races or approximately $2,500 (depending on number of competitions entered) Fall Colorado Camp expenses $600 (estimated)


J3 Club Team  ↑Top↑

Athletes interested in this program should be dedicated racers and free-skiers. This group will participate in all scheduled club series races and local USSA North Series and home USSA races. Athletes in this program will have the flexibility to pursue other sports and scholastic interests while pursuing their racing and skiing development. Please see "Alpine Development Progression" at the end of Alpine Program Descriptions for specific skill development progressions.
J3 Intermountain Team athletes are required to attend the November camp in Colorado. Camp dates will be (approximately) November 14-21. Camp fees will be approximately $600.

Program Fee:$1,425
Training Sessions: December 11th - March 30th
On Snow: Tuesday & Thursday, 3:30pm-6:15pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7-14 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
License: USSA License: $125 ($150 after October 15th)
IMD License: $50 ($65 after October 15th)
Race Travel/ Expenses: Club Series and USSA North Series Races; North Series expenses are approximately $50/day or $350 average per season.)


J1/2Team  ↑Top↑

Ages 15-19 (born in 1988-1992)
We offer our J1/2 Team to highly motivated athletes aged 15 and over. Our goal is advancing each individual's skiing and racing skills to maximize their athletic potential, and to help build the discipline, drive, and determination for them to succeed in whatever arena they choose after ski racing. Our program covers all aspects of competitive racing, training, and conditioning, in conjunction with a tutoring program to promote academic achievement. The J1/J2 program will train afternoons, with an early release from their respective schools. Those athletes not academically eligible for early release will train with the J3 IMD team and travel with the J1/2 team. Preseason dryland training is mandatory for J1/2 participants. Athletes will compete locally, regionally, and nationally at a level appropriate to their desire and ability, including NorAm, FIS, and USSA events.

Program Fee:$4,000
Training Sessions: September 6th - April 15th
On Snow: Tuesday - Friday, 2pm-4pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Weekday sessions may be scheduled as school permits from 10am-12pm
Pre-Season Dryland Mandatory Monday - Friday, 3:30pm-5:30pm (beginning September 6th , location TBD)
Rec. Summer Skiing: 15-30 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $205 - Snow King $129
License: FIS License: $25 (provisional license for first-time FIS) $80 (regular license; $180 after August 15th)
USSA License: $125 ($150 after October 15th)
IMD License: $50 ($65 after October 15th)
Race Travel/ Expenses: Based on travel schedule and number of competitions entered


Post Graduate Program  ↑Top↑

The Post Graduate (PG) program is designed for those individuals who have finished high school and are seeking to either follow their dream of making the US Ski Team or improve their rankings before moving on to a University ski team. The program is intensive and requires a substantial time commitment for both on and off snow training opportunities. Typically, PG athletes commence mandatory early season dryland training five days per week on September 6th. They commence on snow training in November with up to ten sessions per week over five days with dryland training each day. All athletes are also encouraged to participate in National Development System, Western Region and JHSC on snow training camps from May to October as appropriate.

Program Fee:$6,500
Training Sessions: September 6th - April 15th
On Snow: Tuesday - Friday, 10am-12pm and/or 2pm-4pm @ Snow King
Saturday, 9am-3pm @ JHMR
Pre-Season Dryland Mandatory Monday - Friday, 3:30pm-5:30pm (location TBD)
Rec. Summer Skiing: 15-30 days
Ski Passes: JHMR $260 - Snow King $129
License: FIS License: $25 (provisional license for first-time FIS) $80 (regular license; $180 after August 15th)
USSA License: $125 ($150 after October 15th)
IMD License: $50 ($65 after October 15th)
Race Travel/ Expenses: Based on travel schedule and number of competitions entered


Master's Racing Program  ↑Top↑

The JHSC Alpine program is proud to announce the beginning our of Master's training program. Open to all regional Master's competitors, the 3 day program will focus on early season skill development, race preparation and competition. Daily program objectives will include skill progressions, free ski and gate drills, and video analysis.

Program Fee:$2,500
Training Sessions: December 4th - March 27th
On Snow: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10am-12:30pm @ Snow King
Rec. Summer Skiing: 7-10 days
License: USSA License: $100 ($124 after October 15th)


Payment Policy  ↑Top↑

Full payment of tuition fees are due at registration. Full payment of travel expenses are due prior to trip departure.


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